Talent Programs

ICTC Talent Overview:

Talent Programs

ICTC is a leader in developing workforce solutions and delivering talent programs to enable Canadian businesses to access the right talent with the right skills needed to drive innovation and productivity in an increasingly competitive environment. To ensure Canada is able to meet the growing demand for ICT and digitally skilled talent, we must consider all labour market sources and complementary pathways and build welcoming, diverse workplaces. Our programs provide unique and targeted solutions for recruiting, retaining and integrating women, Indigenous persons, youth and internationally educated professionals (IEPs) into ICT workforce.

For Employers

Career Connect

Subsidy program for young graduates that enables on-the-job learning path to potential full-time employment

Career Connect

ICTC’s carefully designed wage subsidy program matches fast growth industries with young graduates and enables on-the-job learning path to potential full-time employment. The program boasts a success factor of around 90% of participants being retained by the employers. If you are an employer in a high-in-demand sector, offer a full-time paid job in Barrie, Peterborough, St. Catharines – Niagara region, Toronto, Sudbury, Windsor and Ottawa and outlining areas in an ICT position that matches one of the NOC codes here and are willing to hire youth 30 or under with little or no experience, you could be eligible to be reimbursed 50% of their wages for about 6 months in the form of a wage subsidy. For more details visit: https://www.etalentcanada.ca/ictc-programs/ontario-career-connect/ or contact us at careerconnect@ictc-ctic.ca

GO Talent

Gives employers an opportunity to connect with hundreds of Internationally Educated Professionals (IEPs) in IT

GO Talent

The GO Talent program provides employers with the opportunity to connect with hundreds of Internationally Educated Professionals (IEPs) with an IT background who are within days, weeks or months of arriving in Canada as permanent residents. Employers can submit job postings and gain full access to our IEP talent pool through the newly launched job portal on eTalent Canada. This job portal provides benefits to employers by providing increased access to recruit qualified candidates before they arrive, reducing the amount of time spent screening potential applicants all while providing the ability to recruit qualified candidates all before they arrive. Find the quality talent you need through GO Talent by creating an account in ICTC’s e-Talent Canada platform http://www.etalentcanada.ca/

For more information, please contact talent@ictc-ctic.ca This project is funded by Immigration, Refugee and Citizenship Canada.

Unlocking Global Talent Initiative

The Unlocking Global Talent Initiative is a pilot in partnership with Talent Beyond Boundaries

Unlocking Global Talent Initiative

The Unlocking Global Talent Initiative is a pilot in partnership with Talent Beyond Boundaries, a Washington, D.C.-based non-profit. The goal of this initiative is to help fill in-demand roles in the IT sector throughout Canada with skilled refugees. The candidates in the program who are currently residing in Lebanon and Jordan range from IT support to Software Developers and Computer Programmers who are highly skilled and eligible for immigration to Canada, but require a job offer from a Canadian employer. If you are an employer that is willing to hire internationally, then this program is for you.

IWES

A program to help bridge the employment and skills gap of IEPs to better integrate them into ICT roles in Canada

IWES

IWES is a program designed with you in mind. Working with Internationally Educated Professionals (IEPs) and employers, we have developed a program to help bridge the employment and skills gap of IEPs to better integrate them into ICT roles in Canada. Skip the recruiters. We have qualified candidates ready to work in your environment and on your team. The Internationally Educated Professionals taking part in IWES are strong ICT candidates. They have been screened, trained and prepared to integrate into your workplace with insights on Canadian workplace culture and communication, as well as recent Canadian work, business networking and volunteer experience. Please contact us by email at iwesON@ictc-ctic.ca to start receiving candidates today!

This project is funded by the Government of Ontario, who receives support for some skills training programs from the Government of Canada.

The Small Business Digitization Initiative (SBDI)

ICTC has the digital talent your business is looking for. Learn more about our next SBDI cohort!

The Small Business Digitization Initiative (SBDI)

ICTC has the digital talent your business is looking for! Whether you are launching new services, fulfilling orders, improving performance, efficiency, and engagement or reacting to predictive intelligence, time is money. Your organization’s ability to innovate, compete, and respond to evolving market and consumer needs is increasingly determined by your technological capabilities and will determine your future success and longevity.

Contact us to be part of the next cohort of the Small Business Digitization Initiative at digitalconnect@ictc-ctic.ca This project is funded in part by the Ministry of Economic Development and Growth.

Advancing Tech Women (ATW)

The ATW initiative aims to increase women’s economic prosperity by increasing retention and career advancement opportunities in ICT

Advancing Tech Women (ATW)

The ATW initiative aims to increase women’s economic prosperity by increasing women’s retention and career advancement opportunities in ICT occupations in four major sectors of the economy—natural resources, construction, manufacturing, and trades. This initiative will use existing knowledge and relevant experiences to develop tools and resources to address the systemic barriers facing women in ICT in non-traditional sectors. At the end of the project, industry will have access to a unique collection of online tools and resources to facilitate and evaluate labour force engagement, knowledge development and retention/career advancement of women in ICT. This project is funded by Status of Women Canada.

Women in Technology (WIT)

Women in Technology (WIT)

ICTC and Status of Women Canada (SWC) came together to explore a ground-breaking and innovative way to increase women’s recruitment, retention and advancement in current and emerging technology sectors. This collaborative approach brought ICTC, SWC, and six regional organizations together to help women enter decision-making and management roles and move up in their organizations or within the sector. Six innovative regional projects were launched and a national initiative was formed in Fall 2013.

Relevant Tools and Resources

For Job Seekers

Career Connect

Are you 30 or under and looking for a job in ICT, we can increase your chances of passing your future interviews

Career Connect

Are you 30 or under and looking for a job that matches one of this NOC codes? We can increase your chances of passing your future interviews.
Bring the below forms to your future employer and let them know they could be getting 59% back from the salary they offer you for up to 26 weeks and a maximum of $12k in the form of a wage subsidy provided by ICTC’s Ontario CareerConnect

GO Talent

The GO Talent program is designed to assist Internationally Educated Professionals (IEPs) immigrating to Canada as permanent residents

GO Talent

The GO Talent program is designed to assist Internationally Educated Professionals (IEPs) immigrating to Canada as permanent residents find employment in the IT sector before they arrive.
By registering in the GO Talent program, IEPs will gain access to labour market information as well as our job portal platform that provides access to: resume and cover letter review; ability to apply to job opportunities listed by our employer partners; the ability to receive an information technology processional (ITP) certification, which validates skills, work experience and education; and the potential to secure employment before arrival.
If you are within months of arriving in Canada, looking for work and have a background in technology, then this program is for you!

Receive employment resources and opportunities through GO Talent by creating an account in ICTC’s e-Talent Canada platform http://www.etalentcanada.ca/.
This initiative is funded by Immigration, Refugee and Citizenship Canada (IRCC).

IWES

IWES is an employment-readiness bridge-training program designed for Internationally Educated Professionals who are new to Canada

IWES

IWES is an employment-readiness bridge-training program designed for Internationally Educated Professionals who are new to Canada and have an Information and Communications Technology (ICT) background and recent experience in the ICT industry. Participants come away better able to integrate socially, economically and culturally into the Canadian society; with increased awareness of their strengths and weaknesses when integrating into the Canadian labour market; a developed sense of career management in the labour force; enhanced self-esteem and confidence; connections with the broader community; a personal, focused job search approach; the support of a mentor, a coach and IWES staff in their job search.

The IWES Program in Ontario is funded by the Government of Ontario, who receives support for some skills training programs from the Government of Canada. IWES is currently offered at 3660 Midland Avenue, Suite 201, Scarborough, ON, M1V 0B8.

Small Business Digitization Initiative

The Small Business Digitization Initiative is a training and experiential work placement program.

Small Business Digitization Initiative

The Small Business Digitization Initiative is a training and experiential work placement program. ICTC connects youth with digital and technology skills with local businesses looking to expand and grow. You will learn to solve real company challenges in your community and acquire in-demand dynamic work skills that will boost your career. Explore emerging technologies, and find innovative solutions to real digital challenges.

Obtain a certificate in Business Digitization. Own your career, your future. Contact us at digitalconnect@ictc-ctic.ca for more information.

This project is funded in part by the Ministry of Economic Development and Growth.

Advancing Women in ICT

Creating innovative initiatives and programs that increase opportunities for women to thrive and succeed in technology

Advancing Women in Information and Communications Technology (ICT)

Canada’s digital economy is flourishing and women are an integral part of this rapidly growing economy. With cumulative hiring requirements expected to reach as many as 232,000 by 2019, the importance of attracting and retaining top female talent in this highly competitive market has never been more critical. Creating innovative initiatives and programs that increase opportunities for women to thrive and succeed in technology are essential because they make good business sense for Canadian organizations, women, and the digital economy as a whole. ICTC and its partners have training, tools, and resources that help maximize the opportunities for women entering and working in technology. These practical solutions include providing opportunities for leadership and technical skills training, reviews of HR practices, and events and working groups to share promising practices. ICTC’s projects also facilitate greater collaboration and partnerships amongst all players in ICT to help more effectively attract and advance women in the digital economy. To find out more about ICTC’s Women in Technology programs please visit wit.ictc-ctic.ca

Relevant Tools and Resources

Diversity Initiatives

GO Talent

The GO Talent program is designed to assist Internationally Educated Professionals (IEPs) immigrating to Canada as permanent residents

GO Talent

GO Talent connects employers with Internationally Educated Professionals (IEPs) with an IT background who are in the process of coming to Canada as permanent residents and are still in their country of origin. IEPs are provided with employment opportunities as well as services such as resume review and labour market information to ensure that they are job ready upon arrival.

This program not only provides pre-arrival employment services to newcomers, but also helps employers support a diversified workforce, which will potentially lead to enhanced innovation and an ability to compete in the global economy.

Unlocking Global Talent Initiative

The goal of this initiative is to help fill in-demand roles in the IT sector throughout Canada with skilled refugees

Unlocking Global Talent Initiative

The Unlocking Global Talent Initiative is a pilot in partnership with Talent Beyond Boundaries, a Washington, D.C.-based non-profit. The goal of this initiative is to help fill in-demand roles in the IT sector throughout Canada with skilled refugees who are currently living in Lebanon and Jordon.

The experience held by these refugees can be a great asset to Canadian companies that are looking for a diverse set of talent who are eligible for private-sector employment.

IWES

IWES is an employment-readiness bridge-training program designed for Internationally Educated Professionals

IWES

IWES is an employment-readiness bridge-training program designed for Internationally Educated Professionals who are new to Canada and have an Information and Communications Technology (ICT) background and recent experience in the ICT industry.

Participants come away better able to integrate socially, economically and culturally into the Canadian society; with increased awareness of their strengths and weaknesses when integrating into the Canadian labour market; a developed sense of career management in the labour force; enhanced self-esteem and confidence; connections with the broader community; a personal, focused job search approach; the support of a mentor, a coach and IWES staff in their job search.

Advancing Women in ICT

Programs and initiatives that encourage and promote the full participation and advancement of women in the digital economy

Advancing Women in ICT

Canada’s digital economy is flourishing and women are an integral part of this rapidly growing economy. With cumulative hiring requirements expected to reach as many as 216,000 by 2021, the importance of attracting and retaining top female talent in this highly competitive market has never been more critical. Creating innovative initiatives and programs that increase opportunities for women to thrive and succeed in technology are essential because they make good business sense for Canadian organizations, women, and the digital economy as a whole.

ICTC’s goal is to provide programs and initiatives that encourage and promote the full participation and advancement of women in the digital economy. More specifically, ICTC works with industry, academia, associations, and government to increase opportunities for women to work in ICT occupations and advance them in decision-making roles in Canadian organizations.

ICTC and its partners have training, tools, and resources that help maximize the opportunities for women entering and working in technology. These practical solutions include providing opportunities for leadership and technical skills training, reviews of HR practices, and events and working groups to share promising practices, as well as a diversity and inclusion readiness scale and quiz to help companies create welcoming workplaces. ICTC’s projects also facilitate greater collaboration and partnerships amongst all players in ICT to help more effectively attract and advance women in the digital economy.

Find out more information on ICTC Women in ICT Initiatives by visiting wit.ictc-ctic.ca